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Cooling System
The SC827 chassis accepts four system fans powered from either backpane or
the serverboards. If not powered from the backpane, the SC827HD-R1K28MB
model chassis powers four fans from two serverboards, so that when one of the
serverboard drawers is removed, the other serverboards will continue running all
fans.
Air Shrouds
The SC827 chassis includes two mylar air shrouds that direct the airfl ow where
cooling is needed on each serverboard. Always use the air shroud included with
your chassis on each serverboard.
Mounting Rails
The SC827 includes a set of quick-release rails, and can be placed in a rack for
secure storage and use. To setup your rack, follow the step-by-step instructions
included in this manual.
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Advanced Power Management
Intel® Intelligent Power Node Manager (NM)
®
The Intel
Intelligent Power Node Manager (IPNM) provides your system with
real-time thermal control and power management for maximum energy effi ciency.
Although IPNM Specifi cation Version 1.5 is supported by the BMC (Baseboard
Management Controller), your system must also have IPNM-compatible
Manageability Engine (ME) fi rmware installed to use this feature.
Manageability Engine (ME)
The Manageability Engine, which is an ARC controller embedded in the IOH (I/O
Hub), provides Server Platform Services (SPS) to your system. The services
provided by SPS are different from those proveded by the ME on client platforms.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
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